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Responsibility of journalism greater than ever, say İstanbul Photo Awards 2025 winners

Responsibility of journalism greater than ever, say İstanbul Photo Awards 2025 winners

‘Winning this award represents an important opportunity for me to amplify the message of the stories I tell,’ says award-winning photographer Fabio Bucciarelli

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Ephesus Opera and Ballet Festival kicks off June 27 near Turkish Riviera
17.06.2025

Ephesus Opera and Ballet Festival kicks off June 27 near Turkish Riviera

8th edition takes place from June 27 to July 13 at ancient theater in Ephesus, as announced by Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry

'Loving Istanbul' photo exhibition welcomes art enthusiasts at Türkiye Photography Foundation
12.06.2025

'Loving Istanbul' photo exhibition welcomes art enthusiasts at Türkiye Photography Foundation

Istanbul’s rich culture deserves global artistic recognition, says Nevzat Yildirim, who blends art, history, and emotion in his new exhibit

Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi to perform in Istanbul
12.06.2025

Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi to perform in Istanbul

Modern classical music icon to take the stage at Volkswagen Arena on Sept. 27

Over 6,700 new relics added to Afghanistan's heritage treasure last year
11.06.2025

Over 6,700 new relics added to Afghanistan's heritage treasure last year

6,752 pieces of artifacts dating from Bronze Age to Islamic Period were collected from various locations and placed at national museum over last year, says official

Nearly 2 million Muslim pilgrims ascend Mt Arafat for climax of Hajj pilgrimage
05.06.2025

Nearly 2 million Muslim pilgrims ascend Mt Arafat for climax of Hajj pilgrimage

Muslim pilgrims spend day at Arafat in supplication to God to forgive their sins